Sedation

Sedation Dentistry FAQs

What must or mustn’t I do after being sedated?

You MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult who MUST remain on the premises throughout your appointment, escort you home afterwards and arrange for you to be looked after until the following morning.

Your escort MUST NOT be responsible for any other person except you on the day of your sedation, including young children and elderly relatives.

Your escort MUST take you home after treatment by either private car or taxi rather than by public transport.

Please remove any nail varnish and items of jewellery e.g. ring, watches, prior to your visit as these may interfere with monitoring equipment.

Please wear short sleeved, loose fitting and comfortable clothing for your appointment. Do not wear clothing that is tight around the neck area.

If you are taking any medicines they should be taken at the usual times and should be brought with you so that the dentist may know what you have taken.

Any illness occurring before the appointment should be reported immediately, as this may affect you treatment.

You MUST NOT drive or operate machinery for 24 hours after sedation.

You MUST NOT drink alcohol the night before and for 24 hours after sedation.

You MUST NOT be solely responsible for young children for 24 hours after sedation and alternative child care arrangements should be made.

You MUST NOT sign any legal documents for 24 hours after sedation.

If you know or suspect you are pregnant please notify the Cherrybank as soon as possible – treatment under conscious sedation is best avoided during pregnancy.

It is important that the following rules are observed otherwise your sedation appointment may be cancelled;

If you have any further questions please get in touch with us or fill out a contact form.